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E-mail us at: star@rideatstar.org

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January 19, 2010

STAR to Host NARHA Interactive Vaulting Instructor Workshop & Certification

STAR is hosting a NARHA  On-Site Interactive Vaulting Instructor Workshop & Certification on March 25 – 27, 2010. This workshop is for those individuals interested in becoming a NARHA certified Interactive Vaulting Instructor.  Please click here for the workshop brochure and registration form.

NARHA On-Site Instructor Certification

STAR will be hosting a NARHA On-Site Instructor Certification on Sunday, March 28.  You must have participated in a previous On-Site Instructor Workshop to attend.  For a registration form, please click here.

STAR Holds Annual Barn Party

STAR held its annual Barn Party, November 13, 2009 hosted by the dedicated Board of Directors who served up hotdogs and chili and gave thanks to over 250 friends, riders and volunteers. The evening was a huge success as the night was crisp, clear and full of excitement as a record-breaking crowd came through the door. Attendees were entertained with games, Drill Team and Vaulting Demonstrations, music, square dancing, face painting and smores! The night closed as the crowd cheered for award winners such as Volunteer of the Year, Family Volunteers of the Year and even the STAR Horse of the Year, RB. RB was quite the crowd pleaser as he walked out to the center of the arena wearing his crown.  STAR gave thanks to many people who have graciously dedicated their time and resources to making a difference. 

2009 STAR Volunteer Award Winners 

Family Volunteers of the Year--Elayne, Roch, and Samantha Monnig
Rookie Volunteers of the Year--Cathy Dolson & Jude DeJean 
Junior Volunteers of the Year--Ansley and Addie McConkey
STAR Volunteer of the Year-- Glenna O. Clark
Lesson Volunteer of the Year--Opal Persha
Facility Volunteer of the Year--Tom Christman
Equine Volunteer of the Year--Christi Wigle

As part of the festivities, STAR also recognized a long-time STAR Rider and Volunteer, Michelle Bowen. Michelle has been riding at STAR for 20 years and has been volunteering for 10 years. She helps recruit new volunteers and continually raises funds for STAR. Michelle recently raised over $4,000 for STAR’s Fall Fundraiser, Hoofing & Hiking and has been a top money raiser for many years. She is such a wonderful ambassador for STAR.

The STAR organization is 90% volunteer based and could not operate without the dedication and commitment of all of its volunteers.  If you are interested in being a part of this organization, please contact STAR at 865-988-4711 or e-mail volcoord@rideatstar.org.

 

 

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STAR is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation dedicated to providing quality instruction in therapeutic horseback riding to disabled persons. Since incorporating in 1987, STAR has grown to be the largest program in East Tennessee.

Our mission is to foster personal achievement by providing therapeutic experiences using horse related activities for persons with disabilities or other special challenges.

Please check out our web site and e-mail us if you have questions.

Winter 2009 Newsletter

Fall 2009 Newsletter

2008 Annual Report

Volunteer Policy Manual

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Thank You to Our 2009 Hoofing and Hiking Sponsors!!

Grand Champion Sponsor

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Dry Ridge Farm
Stephen and April Harris
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